Division of Social Sciences

Social Science

Bachelor of Arts in Social Science

Overview

This major is designed to give students wide exposure to the
Social Science while concentrating in one particular discipline.
The student may choose to concentrate his/her studies in History,
History/Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology, and distribute
the remaining credits over two other areas.

In doing so, the student receives a strong foundation in the
theories, research techniques and analytical skill of one of the
Social Sciences while developing an understanding of the
relationship between this discipline and the other Social Sciences.
This major is particularly useful to students who are interesting
in an early childhood teaching or social service career.

Social Science at the Mount

Social Science majors at the Mount may participate in all the
academic programs offered by the division, including honors courses
and honor societies. They may also participate in the internships
offered by the Division of Social Sciences.

Program Requirements

The student majoring in Social Science will complete a total of
39 credits. These credits must be distributed in a “21-9-9”
sequence with 21 credits in one of the following areas of study:
History, History/Political Science, Psychology or Sociology. The
remaining 18 credits must be distributed equally in two of the
other three areas of study. History or History/Political science
may be chosen, but not both. A minimum of 12 credits must be at the
3000/4000 level. In the case of a concentration in
History/Political science, a minimum of 9 credits should be taken
in both History and Political Science. There is no minor in the
Social Science.

Career Options

Many Social Science majors have followed careers in the field of
Early Childhood education, and Early Childhood/Special
Education.